Range of Motion and Stretching
For children who are not mobile and/or have high muscle tone, stretching can be accomplished through positioning and passive range of motion. Below are resources that address passive range of motion. These can be done daily and can be incorporated into dressing, diaper changes and play.
Range of Motion and Stretching
Range of Motion and Stretching
RANGE_OF_MOTION_EXERCISES_WITH_PHOTOS_copy.pdfTips for Toe Walkers
Tips for Toe Walkers
Toe Walking Exercises Above 6 years.docxToe Walking Exercises Under 6 years.docxHome Exercises for Toe Walking.docxSide Stretches
Side Stretches
Side lying stretch over a ball, foam roller or pillow:
Place your feet against a wall and lie on your side over a therapy ball. Put your arm on the floor to stabilize yourself. Or kneel at a therapy ball and lie over the ball on your side.
Keep your body straight and side bend over the ball. Bring your other arm up over your head
Feel the stretch in your trunk-ribs and under your arm.
Hold for 30 seconds, repeat 4 times and change sides-repeat.
Wheelchair Yoga
Wheelchair Yoga
wheelchair yoga.pdf